Full job descriptionWe are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Service Advisor to join our client’s reputable dealership in Crawley, West Sussex. This is an exceptional opportunity for an automotive professional with a proven track record in service advising to advance their career within a dynamic and customer-focused environment.

Our client offers a competitive remuneration package, comprehensive training schemes, and excellent career development opportunities. The successful individual will work within a supportive team dedicated to delivering the highest standards of customer service and operational efficiency.

Benefits of the Senior Service Advisor:
*A basic salary of up to £37,700 per annum, with performance-based bonus potential
*Continuous manufacturer training and professional development programmes
*Profit sharing and a full range of employee benefits
*Holiday entitlement increasing with length of service
*A supportive work environment fostering career progression
*Access to employee discounts, including salary sacrifice schemes for electric vehicles
Duties of the Senior Service Advisor:
*Greet customers both in person and via phone, providing professional and courteous service
*Book and manage vehicle servicing, repairs, and maintenance using dealership management systems
*Prepare and verify repair orders, ensuring accuracy and detailed documentation
*Conduct vehicle check-ins, recording condition and customer requirements accurately
*Keep customers updated throughout the repair process and obtain approval for additional work
*Explain repair and maintenance recommendations clearly and confidently
*Liaise with Technicians, Workshop Controllers, and Parts staff to ensure smooth workshop operations
*Arrange vehicle collections, deliveries, and customer handovers efficiently
*Review vehicle history to identify preventative maintenance opportunities
*Support daily departmental operations and assist with administrative duties
*Deliver outstanding customer service at all times
Requirements of the Senior Service Advisor:
*Proven experience as a Service Advisor within a motor dealership, ideally with commercial vehicles
*Strong communication and customer care skills
*Excellent organisational abilities with high attention to detail
*Proficiency in dealership management software; Kerridge or Keyloop experience is advantageous
*Full UK Driving Licence
*Knowledge of warranty procedures and dealership processes is desirable as the Senior Service Advisor
This is a confidential opportunity for motivated automotive professionals seeking long-term career growth within an established dealership that values staff development.

Contact Darwin Manship, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Crawley and West Sussex today to discover more about this fantastic Senior Service Advisor opportunity.

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